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Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Ichidan verb
1. the nail that sticks out gets hammered down; people that stick out too much get punishedProverb, See also 出る釘は打たれる
Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Ichidan verb
2. tall trees catch much wind; people that excel at something become dislikedProverb, See also 出る釘は打たれる

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